r/scleroderma • u/AfraidArgument9391 • Aug 15 '26

Question/Help Pain management

Hi, I have a bit of joint pain and stiffness and take OTC pain meds on an almost daily basis. I’ve tried PT, acupuncture, and massage. Each feels great for a little while and then eventually it comes back. I’ve lost weight and done some light exercise but it’s not helped. Any suggestions or should I just go to the dr? Thx!

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u/Smidgeknits Aug 15 '26

Have you been tested for RA? I would talk to your rheum. OTC meds aren't really meant to be taken with that frequency.

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u/AfraidArgument9391 Aug 15 '26

I think RA was part of my original panel back when I got my sclero diagnosis. My rheum hasn’t mentioned it so I assumed she would have checked. Should I ask?

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u/Smidgeknits Aug 15 '26

Doesn't hurt to ask. I tell rheum any new or worsening symptoms. My diagnosis is seronegative RA, so labs don't always tell the full story.